Health Care Associate (HCA) Intermediate Care Unit St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital 7we
Health Care Associate (HCA) Intermediate Care Unit St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital 7we
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Job Description
Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36Work Shift:
Nights (United States of America)This is a collective bargaining position.
Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital
Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
Provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional under federal state and local regulations and within the policies procedures and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health.
Essential Job Functions
- Provides basic patient care to include but is not limited to care and comfort record vital signs personal care and hygiene and mobility including unit-based specialty duties.
- Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns to the nurse
- Provides high-level customer service to all patients patients families visitors and all employees
- Provides accurate precise timely documentation when applicable for patient care
- Uses professional verbal and written communication skills at all times
Patient Population
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
- Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
SHIFT/SCHEDULE
- Full Time: Scheduled for 36 Weekly Hours
- Shift Time: 7pm - 7am
- This position will have scheduled shifts every other weekend
Education Qualifications
- Preferred Education: High School Diploma or GED
Licensing/Certification
- Licensure/Certification Required: State-tested Nurse Assistant completion of HHA/Nursing Assistant Training class 1 year of aide experience in a clinical setting completion of HCA training related to acute care setting or Nursing Student with First Clinical Rotation complete. BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum Years and Type of Experience: Preference for recent experience in acute care and/or long-term care facility
- Other Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required: Basic computer skills
- Other Knowledge Skills and Abilities Preferred: Experience providing patient care or working in a specialty area in a hospital setting.
Working Conditions
- Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
- May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
- May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
- May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. *
- May be required to use physical restraints.
- May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. *
- May have periods of constant interruptions.
- Other: Works overtime as needed.
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
What we offer
Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical dental vision prescription coverage HAS/FSA options life insurance mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off parental and FMLA leave short- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department:
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - St. Elizabeth - Intermediate Care Unit 2It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
